RESOLVING THE LEDGER
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See the full story · 1 sourcesThe Golden State Warriors have two roster spots left to fill after signing De'Anthony Melton and with $6 million available to them before crossing into the second apron, it's pressing that they address their lingering roster needs while the market still has viable options.
Retaining Melton is already one step in the right direction for Golden State as it secures a dependable backup option for Steph Curry , but the Warriors still need to take some more steps to further secure their backcourt.
Looking at the available guards on the market, some of the most intriguing options are are Vincent and Bennedict Mathurin. Vincent provides more experience than Mathurin and would likely be an easier pursuit considering that the Los Angeles Clippers are likely to be aggressive in their attempt to retain Mathurin for next season.
Atlanta Hawks guard Gabe Vincent (4) is defended by New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (2) in the third quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena. Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Vincent has never been a high octane scorer, but as a late-game option would provide stability to the Warriors bench behind Curry and Podzeimski.
The Warriors have also been looking for an additional power forward, something else that's been sorely needed since the Warriors traded away Jonathan Kuminga, at this point, be their likely starting four.
According to a report from Brett Siegel, the power forward in particular that the Warriors are looking at.
Orlando Magic guard Jase Richardson (11) is guarded by Atlanta Hawks guard Gabe Vincent (4) in the fourth quarter at Kia Center. Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Olynyk played just 42 games for the San Antonio Spurs last season after dealing with a number of foot and heal issues, and in that time his production was limited to just 3.2 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game, but a healthy season from him could provide a decent lift to the Warriors bench and add some more size to the roster.
With the space they have available, it will be difficult for the Warriors to make any moves without going into the second apron, but that will simply have to be a necessary sacrifice to make.
New Orleans Pelicans forward Kelly Olynyk (13) looks to post up against Brooklyn Nets guard Reece Beekman (4) in the first quarter at Barclays Center. Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
Neither Vincent nor Olynyk are acquisitions that would dramatically change the Warriors or catapult them into contender status, but they would provide some much-needed depth and help the Warriors stay alive late into games.
The Warriors do have some time to make the necessary moves and their direction should be clear after signing Melton and Gary Payton II, but they should still act quickly before the market dries up as they're not the only ones interested in either of these players.
New Orleans Pelicans forward Kelly Olynyk (13) looks to drive past Brooklyn Nets guard Tyson Etienne (10) in the third quarter at Barclays Center. Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
It hasn't been the most productive offseason for the Warriors, but small moves like signing Vincent and Olynyk would still be positive steps.
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